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2023 Quilt Along - Month 9

Kimberlee Tanner

Tags Beginner Quilter, FMQ, Free Motion Quilting, Free Patterns, QAL

2023 Quilt Along - Month 9

Today we are quilting block 9 and putting row 3 together.   Looking for previous months? Check out the main quilt along page for links to all the blocks and instructions. 2023 Quilt Along - Quilt as You Go Preparing the Block Before we can quilt, we need to prepare the block. If you want to see this, head to Month 1, we show you how in that video. Grab one of your 19" background squares and 1 - 19" batting square. If you want to spray baste them, spray the backing square and carefully lay the batting on top of...


2023 Quilt Along - Month 8

Kimberlee Tanner

Tags Beginner Quilter, FMQ, Free Motion Quilting, Free Patterns

2023 Quilt Along - Month 8

Now that we are getting close to done, I'm going to start showing you how you can combine the quilting motifs we've learned to quilt lots of different projects!    Looking for previous months? Check out the main quilt along page for links to all the blocks and instructions. 2023 Quilt Along - Quilt as You Go Preparing the Block Before we can quilt, we need to prepare the block. If you want to see this, head to Month 1, we show you how in that video. Grab one of your 19" background squares and 1 - 19" batting square....


2023 Quilt Along Putting the First Row Together

Kimberlee Tanner

Tags Beginner Quilter, FMQ, Free Motion Quilting, Free Patterns, Quilting

2023 Quilt Along Putting the First Row Together

It's now time to join our first three blocks together!    Looking for previous months? Check out the main quilt along page for links to all the blocks and instructions. 2023 Quilt Along - Quilt as You Go Trimming the Blocks Remember, we are working with blocks 1, 2, and 3. We are going to be trimming each block differently so that we can add a border at the end, so make sure you are paying attention to which block you want in which position. Block 1 Block 2 Block 3 Joining the Blocks  After you have each of the...


Confections Quilt Along - Month 9

Kimberlee Tanner

Tags Beginner Quilter, Free Patterns, QAL, Quilting Basics

Confections Quilt Along - Month 9

The weather is cooling down and we are entering my favorite time of year. It's cool enough to start hiking again and spending all day outside! Well, except for sewing time. Maybe I'll move my sewing machine outside as well, then I won't have to ever come in. No matter where you are sewing, grab your Month 9 fabrics and let's get started! All blocks will be 6 1/2".    For all the specifics for the quilt along and links to all the blog posts, check out the main quilt along page: 2022 Confections QAL We'll add each month's link...


4th of July Table Runner

Kimberlee Tanner

Tags Beginner Quilter, Free Patterns, Holiday, Quilt Pattern

4th of July Table Runner

While other projects are on hold while Missy finishes her house, we decided it would be fun to share a few simple quilted holiday table runners! This month, we are sharing a table runner perfect for the 4th of July. It's quick and easy and the perfect addition to your home decor. Want a kit? We have all the fabric you'll need for the top, binding, and backing, plus batting for only $12! 4th of July Table Runner Kit Table Runners are a great way to make a fun and quick quilted project. They are perfect for trying new piecing...